Dual Credit FAST Program FAQs

Who is eligible for waived tuition?

Any current high school student enrolling in college-level dual credit courses whose school has a partnership agreement with TCC.

Learn more about:

• Active high school partners
• Dual credit program eligibility

Are non-Tarrant County residents eligible for waived tuition?

Yes. All dual credit students whose school has a partnership agreement with TCC are eligible for waived tuition, regardless of residency status.

Learn more about:

• Active high school partners
• Dual credit program eligibility

Are homeschooled students eligible for waived tuition?

Yes. Tuition is waived for all dual credit students, including if you're homeschooled.

Learn more about:

• Dual credit program eligibility
• Taking dual credit as a home school student

Am I required to submit residency documentation to receive waived tuition?

Yes. All students must have a residency status on file with TCC. If we are unable to determine your status based on your TCC application, the College may request more documentation.

Your residency status does not determine your tuition rate as a dual credit student, since tuition is waived for dual credit students. However, failure to submit residency documentation may result in registration delays.

Find more information about residency status.

Is tuition waived for online dual credit courses?

Yes. Tuition is waived for all dual credit courses, regardless of delivery method (i.e. online, face-to-face, hybrid, etc.).

Is tuition waived for summer dual credit courses?

Yes. Effective Fall 2023, tuition is waived for all dual credit courses, regardless of semester offered (i.e. Spring, Summer, Fall, etc.).

Is there a maximum number of courses I can enroll in per semester?

You can enroll in a maximum of 15 credit hours per semester. Your courses must apply to a certificate, degree, or TCC's Core Curriculum, and have approval for your high school and TCC.

We recommend taking no more than two courses during your first semester.

If I'm not successful in my dual credit course(s), will I have to pay back the waived tuition?

No. You will not be responsible for paying back any waived tuition for your dual credit courses.

Are costs for learning materials/textbooks waived?

If you have qualified for free/reduced-price lunch at any public independent school district or public charter school during the last four years, you will receive learning materials/textbooks for your dual credit courses at no cost.

If you do not qualify for free/reduced lunch, or attend a non-public school district or charter, you should speak to your high school administrators about obtaining or paying for learning materials/textbooks.

Are fees for prior-learning assessments (i.e. CLEP, ALEKS, AP, etc.) waived?

No. For any fees not associated with your course enrollment, you are responsible for payment.

I've already paid TCC for my dual credit courses. Will I be reimbursed?

Yes. TCC is currently working to process reimbursements for any dual credit student who has already paid the tuition for their TCC courses.

Will I be able to use dependent veteran benefits as a dual credit student?

No. Since tuition is waived for all dual credit courses, there is no need to use dependent veteran benefits.

Where can I find more information about House Bill 8 and the Financial Aid for Swift Transfer (FAST) program?

Visit the following links for more information on the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) website:

• Texas House Bill 8
• Financial Aid for Swift Transfer (FAST) program
• FAST program Frequently Asked Questions

What if I have more questions?

Speak with your high school counselor/administrator for the most relevant information for you, or reach out to the TCC Educational Partnerships office that works with your high school campus.